Pre-Shipment Checklist

At Big Sky Recycling, our goal is to make recycling cell phones for charity simple and secure, to ensure your cell phones make as much impact as possible follow our pre-shipment checklist.

Backup Your Data

Backup any important data that’s still on your devices (e.g. photos, videos and contacts). We will erase all personal data from the device.

Remove Accounts

iPhone: Turn off Find My iPhone
Android: Remove your Google Account
By doing this, it’s easier for us to erase your data, recycle your cell phone and provide more to charity.

Erase Data

Our step-by-step directions will show you how to erase your data. We will still double check your device to make sure it’s been erased.

Package Carefully

Find an appropriately sized box or padded envelope and carefully package your cell phones. Follow our shipping guide for step-by-step instructions and tips.

Ship Your Package

Schedule an at-home pickup or drop your package off at any USPS location.

Have Questions?

Call, text or email us if you have questions about cell phone recycling or how to prepare your cell phones.

Print a Copy of the Pre-Shipment Checklist

February 20, 2020